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About
Henblas is a charming three-bedroom detached stone residence beneath a traditional slate roof, occupying an attractive rural setting with outstanding views across the surrounding countryside and the magnificent Cader Idris mountain range.
Set within approximately 0.85 acres, the grounds comprise gardens and a paddock to the rear, together with a static caravan situated within the garden.
The property is ideal for those seeking a peaceful countryside lifestyle while remaining conveniently located just 4.5 miles from the town of Dolgellau and its amenities.
The property benefits from oil-fired central heating, UPVC double glazing, mains water supply, and private septic tank drainage.
While some updating and modernisation are now required, Henblas presents an excellent opportunity for buyers to renovate and personalise the home to their own tastes and requirements.
The accommodation briefly comprises an entrance vestibule, kitchen, dining room, hallway, and sitting room on the ground floor. Upstairs, the first floor offers three bedrooms and a family bathroom.
Externally, there is off-road parking to the front, along with a driveway leading to the static caravan.
An attached stone workshop with useful loft space above provides excellent storage or potential for a variety of uses, while further access leads to the rear paddock.
There is a further stone garage which houses the oil tank. Offering considerable potential in a picturesque rural location, Henblas is sure to appeal to a wide range of buyers.
Early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate everything this unique property has to offer.
Location Brithdir is a delightful rural village set amidst beautiful countryside, approximately three miles from the historic market town of Dolgellau.
Dolgellau, an ancient market town, lies within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the southern part of Snowdonia National Park, at the foot of the impressive Cader Idris mountain range.
Renowned as a haven for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts, it serves as an excellent base for a variety of leisure pursuits.
The town benefits from a small cottage hospital, primary and secondary schools, a tertiary college, as well as a selection of restaurants, traditional pubs, a library, and local rugby and cricket clubs.
It is also conveniently located within 10 miles of the coast and approximately 6 miles from a mainline railway station.
Council Tax Band: E - £2,973.98 Tenure: Freehold Entrance/Utility 2.2m x 0.98m Single door and window to front, window to either side, 2x base units under marble effect worktop, space for washing machine, slate floor.
Door into: Kitchen 3.1m x 3.17m Window to front, 10x wall units, 8x base units under a granite effect worktop, 11/4 stainless steel sink and drainer, space for fridge, space for dishwasher, tiled splashbacks, mainly tiled walls, quarry tiled floor.
Door into: Dining Room 2.65m x 5.07m Window to front with far distant views of Cader Idris mountain range and open countryside, window to rear, open fireplace housing Flavel range style cooker, quarry tile floor.
Hallway 3.02m x 2.66m Door to rear, understairs storage, radiator, carpet.
Rear Entrance Porch 2.52m x 1.53m Door to porch, window to rear, window to either side, laminate floor.
Sitting Room 3.55m x 5.23m Window to front and rear, exposed beam, brick built open fireplace with quarry tile hearth, 2x radiators, carpet.
Staircase Leading to: Landing 4.1m x 3.34m Window to rear, radiator, carpet. Bedroom 1 3.04m x 5.39m Window to rear, radiator, laminate floor.
Bathroom 2.19m x 1.86m Window to front, panel bath, mainly tiled walls, vanity wash hand basin, low level W.C., airing cupboard housing hot water tank, radiator, laminate floor.
Bedroom 2 3.54m x 2.15m Window to front with views of the Cader Idris mountain range and open countryside views, radiator, carpet.
Bedroom 3 3.63m x 3.06m Window to rear, radiator, carpet. Wood/Coal Store 3.12m x 5.28m Stone built woodstore, electric, door to front, concrete floor.
Storage Door to side from outside stone steps. Outside Garden with patio area to rear. Driveway providing ample off road parking.
A paddock is located to the rear of the property, offering potential for use for animals. Attached stone built garage. Static Caravan Located adjacent to the property within the grounds.
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